US Bridges

Rt W S over Buck CR

Good

Butler County, Missouri · S 9 T 25 N R 6 E · Structure no. 12100

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,589
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rt W S over Buck CR is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Rt W S over Buck CR in Butler County, Missouri. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 years old, younger than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,589 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,384 by 2044. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesRt W S
CrossesBuck CR
LocationS 9 T 25 N R 6 E
RouteState Highway 0W
Coordinates36.8363, -90.4175
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating88.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.1 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,589 (2024)
Projected traffic2,384 by 2044
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rt W S over Buck CR built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rt W S over Buck CR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2025.

How much traffic does Rt W S over Buck CR carry?

About 1,589 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Rt W S over Buck CR?

The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns Rt W S over Buck CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.